General Dentistry

General dentistry involves diagnosis and treatment of general conditions affecting the teeth, gums, and jaw. General dentists can care for the overall oral health of patients of all ages, and at Dublin Smiles we are family oriented and very family friendly! Our arms are open to everyone in your family, from age 1 to 121. We know it is more convenient when you can all go to the same dental office, and we even offer family block appointments to accommodate you.

Our dentists and staff believe prevention should be the main objective of general dentistry. We aim to identify and treat problems before they grow to be serious, often painful and expensive. Regular checkups with us (every six months) combined with proper home care result in better oral health, and a healthy body needs a healthy mouth!

Routine & Preventive Care

• Individual Consultations & Dental Exam
• Dental Cleanings & Deep Cleanings (When Needed)
• Digital X-rays & Panoramic X-rays
• Dental Sealants (To Help Protect Teeth Against Decay)
• Fluoride Treatments (For Healthier & Stronger Enamel)
• Custom Athletic Mouthguards
• Drug-Free Headache Prevention
• Dental Nightguards (To Prevent Clenching & Grinding)
• Sleep Apnea Treatment
• Oral Cancer Screenings

We are pleased to develop comprehensive treatment plans to help patients achieve and maintain smiles that maximize their personal health and appearance, including restorative and cosmetic procedures in addition to preventive general dentistry treatments.

Restorative Dentistry

If you or someone you love is missing teeth, you know that some of the most basic activities in life—including eating, talking, smiling, and laughing—can be challenging. The good news is these can all become easier again with restorative dentistry! The word restore means to return something to a former condition. We desire not only to restore smiles to their former health, but also to make them look and feel even better than before. From natural looking dental fillings and crowns, to dental implant restorations and dentures, Dublin Smiles offers a range of restorative treatments for patients who want to get their smiles back!

Restorative Dental Treatments

• Tooth-Colored Dental Fillings
• Dental Crowns & Fixed Bridges
• Endodontics (Root Canal Therapy)
• Dental Implant Restorations
• Dentures & Removable Partial Dentures

Cosmetic Dentistry

A healthy, beautiful smile can make life more beautiful. It can raise self-esteem, increase confidence, and help you make better first impressions on others. When you look in the mirror, we want you to love the smile you see! And when you meet people, we want you to feel confident enough in your smile to show it off! There are several subtle yet noticeable ways we can enhance your smile, and there are also more dramatic cosmetic dental treatments, often called “smile makeovers,” that can make the smile of your dreams a reality! Ask us about the possibilities for improving your smile.

Cosmetic Dental Treatments

• Digital Imaging (Smile Makeover Preview Software)
• Tooth-Colored Dental Fillings
• Dental Crowns & Fixed Bridges
• Porcelain Veneers & Lumineers® System Veneers
• Invisalign® Teeth Straightening
• Professional Teeth Whitening Options

Periodontal (Gum) Care

According to the American Academy of Periodontology, gum disease is the number one cause of tooth loss in adults over age 35. Gum disease ranges from gingivitis to the various forms and stages of periodontitis, and the prevalence of gum disease increases with age because teeth wear down and become more sensitive as time passes, gums naturally recede, and medications can affect oral health.

Warning Signs of Gum Disease

If your gums feel tender or sore, or if they look red and swollen, you may have gum disease. Other warning signs include bleeding and/or receding gums, pain or sensitivity in your teeth (and even loose teeth caused by weakening gum fibers or bone loss), and persistent bad breath. If left untreated, gum disease can lead to tooth loss as well as various serious health problems.

Treatment for Gum Disease

If you have any degree of gum disease, we want to help. Gum disease used to require surgery more often than not. While surgery is still an option and sometimes needed, many cases are now treated with less invasive techniques first, such as deep dental cleanings, local antibiotics, and special mouth rinses.

We invite you to visit our Technology page to learn more about the advanced dental technologies and treatments we offer at Dublin Smiles Family & Cosmetic Dentistry.